Solar & Storage Live London was launched in the capital for a clear reason: London is the strategic and central powerhouse of the UK solar and battery storage market. While renewable assets are deployed nationwide, the decisions that shape, fund and accelerate these projects are overwhelmingly made in London.
London is one of the world’s foremost finance and investment centres, where major energy funds, institutional investors and corporate capital are allocated to utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. The UK’s solar and storage sector is on a strong growth trajectory, with nearly 20 GW of solar capacity and more than 7 GW of battery storage installed nationwide – and that’s just the beginning. By 2030, analysts project solar capacity could reach as much as 50–60 GW and battery storage up to 30–50 GW, creating tens of billions in new investment opportunities.
Many of the UK’s leading solar developers, EPC's & asset owners – the companies driving project pipelines, investment decisions and delivery strategies for utility-scale solar and storage – are headquartered and maintain major operations in London. Being close to C‑suite leadership, investors and project partners enables faster decision-making and accelerates project execution across the UK.
London is also home to the UK’s largest commercial and industrial (C&I) energy users, including property owners and asset managers, data centres, logistics operators, retailers, manufacturers and corporate estates. These organisations are actively pursuing solar and battery storage solutions to reduce energy costs, secure supply, and meet net-zero targets. Bringing these buyers together with the market’s solution providers creates direct, high-value connections.
London is a key hub for the UK’s residential solar and battery storage market. Many of the leading installers, manufacturers, distributors, housing associations and energy suppliers base their leadership, sales and strategy teams in the city, making it the centre for residential solar decision-making. With more than 3.7 million homes and ambitious initiatives such as the Greater London Authority’s Solar Action Plan and the city’s net-zero 2030 target, London is shaping policies, driving adoption, and influencing best practices nationwide. As residential solar evolves towards integrated solar, battery storage, EV charging and smart energy solutions, London remains the coordination hub where strategies are developed, commercialised and taken to market across the UK.
Solar & Storage Live London is more than just an event – it’s the meeting place where the UK market convenes in London to get business done and drive projects across the UK.
"Solar & Storage is a highly-professional and very well organised event. It brings together industry experts, thought leaders and friends into one place. It enables us to network, educate and create many happy memories together. The event is appreciated by all who attend."
"The event is simply the best in the market for Solar, Storage and EV. not only is it the network opportunities but the technical speakers and training are second to none! Tom and all his team make the whole experience a day dream. we look forward to next years bigger and better!"
"Good mix of suppliers and professionals visiting. Clever tools like Swapcard. Perfect location in the NEC. Organizing team very nice."
"It's the leading solar exhibition in the UK"
"Great buzz - with enthusiastic delegates. Good exhibition, well laid out and inspiring content"
"My first time attending the event and it exceeded my expectations in terms of quality of visitors and fellow exhibitors. We have already rebooked a bigger stand for next year."
"The event was extremely well organised, with an excellent conference program, good location and links, and a nice, positive atmosphere throughout"
"I thought it was a great show with fabulous exhibitors and high quality attendees. There was enormous excitement and optimism in the hall and it is marvellous to see this sector thriving. Keep up the good work."
"There were a lot of interesting companies there so great networking opportunities."
"Excellent Footfall, target audience attending was a good match for our business"
"Very busy exhibition and the people in attendance were hugely relevant to the industry. That’s quite rare for exhibitions"
"A great turnout from the industry. Seems to be the largest of its kind in the UK and would recommend attendance from everyone within it."
"It was buzzing this year. I can see EV becoming a bigger part of the story"
"It was a great opportunity to meet industry players, network and join engaging panel discussions."
"Fantastic presenters, knowledgeable people on the stands, all very relevant to kick start solar in UK Post covid."